Technology
Cosmetic Gingivectomy Using Radiosurgery
INTRODUCTION Radiosurgery is used for cutting and coagulation of soft tissue in the oral...
Restorative
Nearly Universal Materials: Materials and Techniques Designed to Simplify Clinical Choices
INTRODUCTION The world of restoration placement can be a confusing one. When is the...
Implants
Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Mesh Exposure Repair
INTRODUCTION Guided bone regeneration in ridge augmentation procedures have gained greater importance in recent...
Viewpoint
The Truth About Depth of Cure
Let me ask a question: Shouldn’t a measurement for depth of cure (DOC) measure...
Orthodontics
Craniofacial Enhancement Using a Biomimetic Oral Appliance
INTRODUCTION Patient expectations are increasingly including enhancements to their overall facial macroaesthetics as well...
Aesthetics
Aesthetic Zone Challenges: Severe Anterior Wear, Part 3: Restoratively Driven Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning
This is part 3 of a 3-part article series. Part 2 of Dr. Mechanic’s...
Restorative
Optimizing Core Buildups and Post and Core Restorations: Improving Clinical Techniques With New Resin Materials
INTRODUCTION Core buildups and post/core restorations can be a challenge when adhesives are utilized...
Restorative
Composite Resins 2.0: Entering a New Age of Posterior Composites
INTRODUCTION Dental practitioners have been placing composite resin restorations for more than 50 years,1...
Viewpoint
Peri-Implant Diseases and Collaborative Treatment
Traditional goals of the dental profession are to conserve the natural dentition for the...
Aesthetics
Total Dental Aesthetics
INTRODUCTION For years, those who teach aesthetic dentistry have given lip service (no pun...